Pectoralis Minor Syndrome: Subclavicular Brachial Plexus Compression

Pectoralis Minor Syndrome: Subclavicular Brachial Plexus Compression

The diagnosis of brachial plexus compression—either neurogenic thoracic outlet syndrome (NTOS) or neurogenic pectoralis minor syndrome (NPMS)—is based on old fashioned history and physical examination. Tests, such as scalene muscle and pectoralis minor muscle blocks are employed to confirm a diagnos...

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Main Authors: Richard J. Sanders, Stephen J. Annest
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2017-07-01
Series:Diagnostics
Subjects:
neurogenic thoracic outlet syndrome
NTOS
thoracic outlet syndrome
TOS
pectoralis minor syndrome
PMS
neurogenic pectoralis minor syndrome
NPMS
numbness and tingling
pain in neck and arm
occipital headache
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4418/7/3/46

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